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🥳 The Very Best Things to Do in Connecticut This Week
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Ready to kick off a fun-filled week? We’ve rounded up some of the best things to do across the state—from flashlight egg hunts and Harry Potter in concert to a scenic getaway in Litchfield County.
Here’s what’s inside today’s email:
• A scenic Litchfield County getaway (with deals!)
• Key headlines around the state
Let’s jump in! ⬇️
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🎭 The Irish and How They Got That Way (Multiple Days, West Hartford): A musical celebration of Irish heritage at Playhouse on Park.
🎷 Pops 'n Jazz 2025 (Multiple Days, West Hartford): High-energy jazz performances by Hall High School students.
🕯️ Murder by Lamplight (Multiple Days, Westport): Solve a historic mystery in this immersive experience.
👠 Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Multiple Days, Torrington): A classic fairytale comes to life on stage.
❓ Trivia with Dave Lefkin (Monday, Old Saybrook): Test your trivia knowledge while enjoying great drinks and company.
🍀 Create_Space at WORK_SPACE (Tuesday & Thursday, Manchester): Craft, create, and connect in a welcoming maker space.
🎤 Tuesday Trivia (Tuesday, Stamford): A lively trivia night with great prizes and craft beer.
👟 Stuart Weitzman: An Entrepreneur's Journey (Tuesday, Fairfield): Shoe designer and business icon Stuart Weitzman shares insights from his career.
🎨 Teen Time (Wednesday, Waterbury): Art-focused hangout for teens at the Mattatuck Museum.
🚀 Exploration of Interstellar Travel (Wednesday, Sandy Hook): Space-themed discussion at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards.
🎼 Conor Hanick: Book of Sounds (Wednesday, New Haven): A modern piano performance at Yale Schwarzman Center.
🎲 Board Game Club (Wednesday, Middletown): Meet fellow board game enthusiasts and play your favorites.
🎤 Wednesday Night Trivia (Wednesday, Stamford): A high-energy pub trivia night hosted by MC J Hype.
🎤 Karaoke Night with DJ B-EZ (Wednesday, Hartford): Take the stage and belt out your favorite hits at this weekly karaoke event.
❓ Trivia Thursdays at Back Again Board Game Cafe (Thursday, Middletown): Gather your team for a fun night of trivia at this cozy board game cafe.
🎵 Mixtape Match Music Bingo (Thursday, Middlefield): A unique twist on bingo where hit songs replace numbers!
🎸 Weekly Blues Jam (Thursday, Hartford): Grab your instrument or just listen in at Black-Eyed Sally’s.
🎤 Bobby Wheeler (Thursday, Milford): Live music and brews on the waterfront.
🎹 Noah Baerman Piano Series (Friday, Winsted): Start the weekend with live piano at Happy Hour.
🎲 Heavy Game Night (Friday, Middletown): Dive into strategic board games at this BYOB-friendly event.
🧺 Flashlight Egg Hunt (Friday, Newtown): Kids 5–10 can hunt eggs in the dark during this fun drop-off event.
🎶 Grand Funk Railroad (Friday, Mashantucket): Catch the legendary band at Foxwoods.
🌈 Sensory-Friendly Mornings (Saturday, Norwich): A calm, welcoming museum experience for families.
🍎 Wallingford Winter Farmers Market (Saturday, Wallingford): Shop local produce, baked goods, and artisan products at this indoor winter market.
🥕 Indoor Farmers Market at The Silo (Saturday, New Milford): Support local farmers and vendors while stocking up on fresh ingredients.
🍁 Lamothe’s Sugar House Tours (Saturday & Sunday, Burlington): See how maple syrup is made and sample fresh syrup straight from the source.
🧙 Harry Potter in Concert (Saturday, Hartford): Watch the film while the symphony plays the score live.
🎨 Comic Illustration Class (Saturday, Waterbury): Learn how to bring stories to life in this hands-on art class.
🛍️ Women’s Spring Craft Celebration (Sunday, West Hartford): Local vendors and springtime gifts in a charming venue.
🎭 Fraggle Rock Live (Sunday, New Haven): A colorful, musical stage show for Fraggle fans of all ages.
🍳 Sunday Breakfast at Dockside Brewery (Sunday, Milford): Enjoy a delicious breakfast with scenic water views at Dockside Brewery.
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A fun twist on a spring tradition
EverWonder Children’s Museum is hosting a kids-only Flashlight Egg Hunt this Friday, March 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Children ages 5–10 can be dropped off for a fun-filled evening of egg hunting in the dark, crafts, games, and museum exploration.
Admission is $25 per child, with a 10% discount for museum members.
Magic, music, and movie night at The Bushnell
Experience the wonder of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 1 in Concert with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra performing the film’s score live on stage while the movie plays on a giant screen.
Performances take place Saturday, March 29 at 1 pm and 7 pm at Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell in Hartford.
Tickets start at $39.50.
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EXPLORE LITCHFIELD COUNTY—ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN THE U.S.
And score discounted tickets to local events while you’re there
Conde Nast Traveler just named Litchfield County one of the best places to visit in the United States, praising its hikes, historic inns, and artsy charm.
Whether you’re a road tripper or a daytripper, there’s plenty to explore across its 26 towns—like Sharon, Kent, and Washington.
While you're planning your visit, check out great local Groupon deals like discounted tickets to nearby concerts and events to round out your getaway.
DID YOU KNOW?
Connecticut is home to the first telephone exchange in the world. It opened in New Haven in 1878 with just 21 subscribers—and a young switchboard operator named George Willard.
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KEY STORIES HAPPENING RIGHT NOW
⚠️ Wintry Mix Causes Slick Roads Across Connecticut
A storm system moved through Connecticut Monday morning, bringing rain to most areas and a wintry mix—including snow and sleet—to the northern part of the state. A winter weather advisory was issued for Litchfield County, with forecasters warning of slippery roads and icy conditions before precipitation tapers off later in the day.
🌊 Sewage Leak Threatens Milford Oyster Farms
An apparent sewage leak in Milford’s West Shore has shut down commercial and recreational shellfishing since November, leaving local oyster farming businesses in limbo. Despite ongoing investigations using dye tests and surveillance, DEEP officials have yet to identify the exact source, and there’s still no timeline for reopening the waters.
🚗 Wrong-Way Detection System Prevents Hundreds of Crashes
Connecticut’s wrong-way driver alert system has already stopped nearly 300 drivers from entering highways in the wrong direction, according to the DOT. With 151 detection systems now active, officials credit the flashing alerts and real-time monitoring for helping save lives—especially at high-risk ramps often near bars and restaurants. Plans are in place to expand the system to even more locations across the state.
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